Shipping Coordinator / 3rd Shift
Loves Park, IL, US
Job Description
The Shipping Coordinator is responsible for shipping a wide variety of products to both internal and external customer sites in order to meet a promised arrival date. This position is also responsible for providing accurate and complete documentation on shipments and reacting to claims of freight damage. Shipments will be both Export and Domestic
Job Responsibilities
Critical Tasks/Responsibilities
- Produces and reviews proper shipping paperwork for carriers or forwarding agents and enters correct shipment data into SAP
- Ensures items are properly packaged for mode of shipment
- Follows pick list to gather parts for shipment (including the use of fork or hand truck)
- Logs shipments to allow for payment approval of freight bills
- Files freight claims
- Receives cross-training from Material Control Attendants as determined by supervisor
- General assistance as required (shipping tracers, etc.)
- Performs other duties as assigned
Background & Skills
Basic Minimum Qualifications Required
- Prior shipping experience is required
- One (1) year certificate from college or technical school; or one year related experience and/or training
- Experience in use of personal computers and related programs (Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel)
- Experience in use of an ERP system (SAP preferred)
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees in the organization
- Able to process and interpret export documentation
- Able to handle multiple tasks
- Able to function well in a team or group environment
- Able to understand and be involved in the collection of pertinent data Other Aspects
- Includes periodic overtime or off-shift hours to assure appropriate levels of customer service
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
A resume must be submitted with your application to be considered for the position.
Employee Benefits
We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:
- Paid vacation
- 401k Employer Match
- Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
- State of the art virtual work environment
- Employee Referral Program
This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Nearest Major Market: Rockford